- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Philip
Philip Keogh is an AASW social worker with 15 years in adult community mental health on top of earlier clinical practice. He has worked with many people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem difficulties, depression and life changes. He describes practical, person-focused support for those challenges and related struggles such as panic attacks and social anxiety and phobia.
He favours a person-centred style that leaves space for clients to speak at their own pace. Philip combines that approach with clearer, skills-based strategies when they help. That mix can look like talking through unhelpful thinking patterns, trying small behavioural experiments, or working on motivation for change.
Sessions often involve setting simple, doable goals and checking progress between meetings. Philip also uses problem solving and mindfulness tools to manage overwhelm and low mood. He aims to help people find what actually works day to day rather than rely on jargon.
Philip has experience with issues that often sit alongside anxiety, including attachment and abandonment concerns, substance use, chronic health challenges, workplace stress and feelings of isolation. He also supports people dealing with grief, guilt or a sense of emptiness.
He practises in Australia and works in English. His approach is collaborative: he listens, suggests options, and adjusts what they try together as needs change.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Philip uses Client-Centred Therapy to prioritise each person’s experience and preferences. That approach focuses on listening carefully and responding to what matters most to the client, which helps when someone feels unsure about talking in social situations.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thinking and test out small changes in behaviour. It is often useful for anxiety, panic and social fears because it breaks big problems into manageable steps.
Motivational Interviewing helps when motivation is low or change feels difficult. It supports people to find their own reasons for change and to try realistic next steps.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Philip treats that choice as collaborative - he listens to goals and preferences, suggests options, and adjusts what they try together over time.
Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a workday, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people focus on breathing exercises or homework between meetings without rearranging other parts of life.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
Philip works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes. He also helps with related concerns such as panic attacks, social anxiety and workplace issues.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a person-centred approach alongside skills-based methods. That means listening first, then introducing practical strategies like CBT techniques and motivational interviewing when useful.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years working in adult community mental health, plus earlier clinical social work experience, giving a long history of supporting people with common mental health concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed with the AASW and practises in Australia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.